Multi-client inventory visibility
See inventory by warehouse, zone, and customer. Switch views instantly. Know exactly what belongs to whom.
Standardized WMS for Multi-Client 3PL Operations
3PL software that your team - and your clients - will actually love. Designed for regional 3PLs moving real volume.
The 3PL reality.
Running a 3PL means juggling complexity that generic WMS software wasn't designed for:
- Multi-client inventory and ownership across pallets, bins, and bulk - all in the same warehouse
- Storage and handling billing that never matches reality at month-end
- Peak season chaos with temp staff and fragile processes
- Client disputes over counts, damages, and missing inventory
WarePulse was designed from day one to handle the multi-client reality of 3PL operations.
What WarePulse does for 3PLs.
3PL studio
Northstar 3PL - rollout workspace
Client-ready
Client portals, billing, and account history stay inside one rollout surface
The same screen keeps tasks, client accounts, and history inside an operational work queue.
Clients
12
Open tasks
42
Plan
90d
Suggested 3PL sequence
Work queue view
Charge-ready data
Track storage, receiving, picks, and special handling. Export billing data that matches reality.
3PL-ready reporting
Generate reports you can share with your clients. Inventory snapshots, activity logs, and count reconciliations.
Branded client portal
Give every client a read-only view of their own SKUs, orders, and receipts - without sending spreadsheets or giving up control.
Role-based access & audit trail
Scope access per client, per site, per workflow. Every count, adjustment, and edit is timestamped against the user who did it.
Scan-first floor workflows
Barcode-guided receiving, putaway, picking, and packing. Temp staff ramp on a one-page SOP while scanner prompts keep work consistent.
Floor workflows that scale.
Your team gets guided processes that work during peak season - even with temp staff.
The flow stays linked from dock to invoice
WarePulse ecosystem
shared state
Receiving & putaway
- Client-specific receiving rules
- Suggested putaway locations by zone
- Capture lot, expiry, and damage on receipt
Picking & packing
- Group picks by zone and priority
- Mobile-friendly pick screens
- SLA tracking by client
Cycle counts
- Target high-value clients and SKUs
- Post adjustments with full audit trail
- Share count results with clients
One WMS, built for every 3PL client mix.
Whether you store pallets for a wholesaler, ship DTC for a brand, or run a hybrid of both, WarePulse fits the way each client actually operates.
Ecom brand client
Small parcel, high cadence
Support single-unit picks, kitting, and marketplace handoff with carrier rate shopping and branded packing slips.
- Batch picking
- Carrier API
- Kitting & bundles
Wholesale client
Pallet in, case out
Pallet-level receiving, reserve plus forward pick zones, and case/UOM picking that respects retailer compliance.
- Pallet receiving
- UOM picking
- Retailer routing
Hybrid / omnichannel
B2B and DTC from one pool
Allocate inventory across channels without duplicating stock. Priority rules protect your high-value clients.
- Allocation rules
- Channel SLAs
- Shared inventory
Billing that survives the month-end close.
WarePulse captures the data your finance team needs to invoice accurately - without forcing supervisors to reconstruct the month from memory or tribal knowledge.
Charge category
What triggers it
How WarePulse captures it
Storage
Pallet, bin, and bulk storage days
Daily snapshot per client, per location
Receiving
Inbound container, pallet, or carton
ASN + scan confirms, logged on receipt
Pick & pack
Orders, picks, and packs per client
Workflow events tied to user + order
Special handling
Kitting, relabel, rework, pallet build
Task log with time and quantity
Outbound
Cartons shipped, carrier, accessorials
Ship confirm + carrier rate + surcharges
Export any slice to CSV or push to your billing platform. Finance stops chasing ops, and disputes get resolved with one click.
Implementation that respects your peak season.
We start with a pilot area - one zone, one client - so you can validate the system without disrupting operations. Expand to the full warehouse on your timeline, not ours. Most 3PLs are live in 3-6 weeks.
Questions from 3PLs.
Can we give our clients access to their inventory?+
Yes. WarePulse includes a client portal where customers can view inventory, orders, receipts, and billing in real time. Each client gets secure, read-only access to their own data.
How do you handle billing data?+
WarePulse tracks receipts, storage days, picks, and special handling by client. Export charge-ready data for your billing system or use built-in reports.
Does WarePulse support batch picking and temp staff?+
Yes. Use batch picks to group multiple orders, then guide temp staff with scan-first workflows that reduce errors during peak season.
How long does a 3PL implementation take?+
Most 3PLs go live in 3-6 weeks. We start with a pilot zone and one client, then expand once workflows are validated.
What does pricing look like for 3PLs?+
Standard is $399/month for 1 warehouse, Pro is $699/month for 2-4 warehouses, and Enterprise is $999/month for 5-10 warehouses. Unlimited users on every plan.
3PL Resources
Guides and best practices for third-party logistics operations
Guide8 min read
Starting a 3PL? Here's What You Need from Your First WMS
Essential WMS requirements for new and growing 3PLs. Learn what features matter most when you're building a third-party logistics operation.
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Guide12 min read
How 3PLs Can Fix Billing Disputes With Automated WMS Billing Rules
3PL billing accuracy starts with automated WMS billing rules. Learn how to eliminate disputes over storage fees, handling charges, and accessorials.
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Guide8 min read
3PL WMS for Small Warehouses: A Complete Guide
Learn how small 3PL warehouses can use modern WMS software to compete with larger fulfillment centers without enterprise budgets.
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Case studies
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Trust center
Check reliability, controls, and customer-facing trust posture before demo.
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Free WMS Tools & Resources
Use these public resources to plan migration, compare vendors, benchmark KPIs, and estimate ROI before a demo.
WMS migration checklist
Use a sequenced checklist to scope data, workflow, and cutover risk before switching systems.
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WMS RFP template
Shortlist vendors with questions that expose implementation, workflow, support, and integration fit.
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Warehouse KPI worksheet
Turn receiving, picking, inventory, and shipping metrics into a buyer-ready baseline.
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ROI calculator
Estimate labor savings, payback period, and rollout economics before the demo conversation.
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